NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2953 E Lake Paradise Rd Mattoon, IL 61938

Mattoon Area

Estimated Value: $148,000 - $184,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,510 Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 1, 2025

Last sale price $186,000 $123 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,119 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Docks
  • Waterfront
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of July 2025

Lake Paradise Retreat with 180' of Waterfront Bliss
Welcome to your dream lakeside getaway! Nestled on approximately 180 feet of pristine water frontage, this charming 1,510 sq ft home offers year-round beauty, comfort, and serenity. Featuring a one-car oversized attached garage, this property blends rustic character with modern convenience.
Step into a spacious enclosed front porch adorned with marble sills—perfect for flower displays or a morning coffee spot. The kitchen is ideally sized and opens to a generous dining/living room combination via a cozy snack bar. A centrally located bedroom provides ample closet space, while the full bathroom features a walk-in shower for easy access. The home has instant water heater. A bonus room adds to the home's unique character, featuring exposed wooden beams and a delightful corner loft bedroom—ideal for guests or a creative retreat. The entire south side of the home is lined with large windows, flooding the space with natural light and offering panoramic views of Lake Paradise.
The showpiece of the home is the stunning sunroom, complete with a cathedral ceiling and wraparound windows, making it the perfect place to unwind in every season. Step outside onto the surrounding deck, which leads to a brick patio with a firepit—ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars.
Enjoy your private dock and well-maintained seawall, perfect for fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the lakefront lifestyle. A small storage shed offers extra space for outdoor gear and tools.
With a durable metal roof and steel siding designed to resemble rustic round logs, this home fits beautifully into its natural surroundings. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation retreat, or a rental investment, this Lake Paradise cabin delivers on every front

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Waggoner

Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate License #471001229 Listed on: 05/12/2025

Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Bariether

Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate License #475123061

Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,956

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 20,473 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 111x215x44x57x132x74
  • Waterfront

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Steel Beams

Interior Spaces

  • 1,510 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Lake Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Range
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Lake Paradise Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-0-00990-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,956

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0.47 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1510.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Size: 111x215x44x57x132x74
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Subdivision Name: Lake Paradise Sub
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Road Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Primary, Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Replacement Windows

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Steel
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Dock, Shed
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Lake
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace, Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Mattoon Dist. 2

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20473.0
  • Parcel #: 10-0-00990-000
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1956.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
James Sylvia E
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Debbie Waggoner
Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tom Bariether
Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate
List Price
$182,000
Sold Price
$186,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
2.2%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$169,459

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,541
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.53%
Original Mortgage
$186,000
Outstanding Balance
$184,200
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$14,741

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2007
Sold by
City Of Mattoon
Bought by
James Sylvia E
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$186,000 None Listed On Document
James Sylvia E -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $186,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Sold $186,000 +2.2% $123 / Sq Ft
05/18/2025 05/18/25 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $182,000 -- $121 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,209 $47,826 $14,993 $32,833
2024 $2,137 $44,697 $14,012 $30,685
2023 $476 $40,633 $12,738 $27,895
2022 $476 $39,962 $12,528 $27,434
2021 $1,260 $27,771 $7,411 $20,360
2020 $504 $28,774 $7,679 $21,095
2019 $514 $27,771 $7,411 $20,360
2018 $1,175 $27,771 $7,411 $20,360
2017 $1,185 $27,771 $7,411 $20,360
2016 $1,170 $27,771 $7,411 $20,360
2015 $584 $27,227 $7,266 $19,961
2014 $584 $27,227 $7,266 $19,961
2013 $584 $27,227 $7,266 $19,961
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6251972

APN: 10-0-00990-000

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